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Cordless Telephone

EXAI 7980Owner's Manual

Thank you for your purchase of the Uniden EXAI 7980 cordlesstelephone. Please read this Owner's Manual carefully beforeusing your cordless telephone to ensure proper use. After read-ing the manual, please keep it in a safe place and refer to itwhen necessary.

1999 Uniden America Corporation


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Introduction

Thank you for choosing the Uniden EXAI 7980 cordless telephone.

This phone is designed to exacting standards that provide reliability, long life and

outstanding performance.

Note: Some illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual unit for

explanation purposes.

Features

900 MHz Technology

3-line Backlit Display

Face Up/Face Down Charging

32 Digit Redial

Page/Find

Handset Earpiece and RingerVolume Control

15 minutes Record Memory

Conversation Record and Voice

Memo

Call Waiting Caller ID

30 Number Caller ID Memory

10 Memory Dial Locations

Pulse / Tone Dialing

7 Hour Talk Time

Remote Massage Retrieval

Prerecorded Greetings Option

Hearing Aid Compatible

The EXAI 7980 features include AutoTalk and AutoStandby. AutoTalk allows you to

answer a call by just removing the handset from the base so you dont have to waste

time pushing buttons . AutoStandby allows you to hang up by simply returning the

handset to the base.

The UltraClear Plustrue compander circuitry virtually eliminates background noise.

This innovative technology, together with 40 different channels, provides you with the

best possible reception during all your conversations.

To protect you against misbilled calls which might result from your phone being

activated by other equipment, the EXAI 7980 has Random Code digital security

which automatically selects one of over 65,000 digital security codes for the handset

and base. Also, the AutoSecure feature electronically locks your phone when the

handset is on the base.

To get the most from your phone, please read this reference guide thoroughly.

Also, be sure to complete and mail the product registration form.

Be sure to visit our web site at: www.uniden.com.


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Table of contentsGetting Started

Read this first .................................................................................................. 4Step 1: Checking the package contents ......................................................... 5Step 2: Setting up the base unit ..................................................................... 6Step 3: Preparing the battery pack.................................................................. 9

Step 4: Setting Caller ID options................................................................... 11Entering your area code.................................................................... 12

BasicsMaking calls................................................................................................... 13

On-hook dialing......................................................................................... 13Off-hook dialing .........................................................................................14Redialing ................................................................................................... 15

Receiving calls............................................................................................... 16Receiving a call from the handset.............................................................16Receiving a call from the base ..................................................................18

Telephone Features

Storing phone numbers and names ............................................................... 19Making calls with memory dialing .................................................................. 21Editing a stored name and/or phone number ................................................. 23Erasing a stored name and/or phone number ................................................ 25

Caller ID FeaturesCaller ID service .............................................................................................. 26

When the telephone rings........................................................................ 27Viewing the Caller ID message list................................................................. 28

Deleting information from the Caller ID list ............................................. 29Using the Caller ID list .................................................................................... 31

Calling a party from the Caller ID list........................................................ 31Storing Caller ID messages in Memory dialing........................................ 32

Using Caller ID with call waiting service .................................................... 33

Using the answering machineSetting the clock ............................................................................................. 34Recording the greeting ....................................................................................35Changing the greeting......................................................................................35Turning the answering machine on and off .....................................................36Setting the number of rings.............................................................................37Setting the tool saver switch...........................................................................37Setting maximum recording time for incoming messages..............................37Playing recorded messages.............................................................................38Deleting recorded messages...........................................................................39

Screening incoming calls .................................................................................39Leaving a voice memo.....................................................................................40Recording a phone conversation (2-way REC).................................................41Selecting a PIN code........................................................................................42Remote access ................................................................................................43Remote room monitor .....................................................................................44

Additional Information3-way conversation......................................................................................... 45Changing the digital security code.................................................................. 46Mounting the base unit on a wall ................................................................... 47Installing the beltclip ........................................................................................49Headset installation..........................................................................................49Note on power sources ...................................................................................50Maintenance ................................................................................................... 50Troubleshooting............................................................................................... 51Specifications.................................................................................................. 53Index...............................................................................................................54

Getting Started

Basics

Telephone

Features

Caller ID

Features

Using the

Answering

Machine

Additional

Information


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Read this first

This cordless telephone must be set up before use. Follow these steps;

Step 1 (page 5)Unpack the telephone and accessories.

Step 2 (page 6 to 8)Next, choose the best location to set up thebase unit.

Step 3 (page 9 to10)Then, insert the battery pack into the handset.

You have to charge the battery pack for more

than 12-15 hours before using the phone.

Step 4 (page 11 to 12)Finally, set Caller ID options and store your area

code in the memory to use the Caller ID service.

Note: Skip the setting of area code if your

calling area requires 10 digits dialing.

About the digital security code

This cordless telephone uses a digital security code to prevent unauthorized access

to your base unit. This security code prevents other cordless handsets from making

calls through your base unit.

A random security code will be assigned automatically between your base unit andhandset when you charge the battery pack for the first time.

To reset the security code, see page 46.

Handset

Base unit

Handset


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Step 1

Checking the package contents

Make sure you have received the following items in the package.

If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact the Uniden Parts Department(see below).

Base unit Handset AC adapter (AD-420)

Rechargeable battery

pack (BT-905)

Telephone line cord Wall mount adapter

Beltclip

This Owner's Manual

Precautions and Important Safety Instructions

Registration Card

Uniden Parts Department

(800) 554-3988

Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday.

We can also be reached on the web at www.uniden.com.


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Step 2

Setting up the base unit

Do the following steps.

Choose the best location Connect the base unit

Choose the dialing mode

Choose the best locationBefore choosing a location for your new phone, read the INSTALLATION CONSIDERA-

TIONS included in the PRECAUTIONS AND IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

brochure. Here are some important guidelines you should consider:

You should charge your handset for 15-20 hours before using the phone.

The location should be close to both a phone jack and continuous a power outlet

which is not switchable.

Keep the base and handset away from sources of electrical noise such as motors and

fluorescent lighting.

Be sure there is sufficient space to raise the base antenna fully vertical. The base can be placed on a desk, tabletop or mounted on a standard wall plate.

Avoid heat sources, such as

radiators, air ducts, and sunlight

Avoid television sets

and other electronic

equipment

Avoid noise sources such as a window by a

street with heavy traffic

Avoid microwave oven

Avoid excessive

moisture, extremely low

temperatures, dust,

mechanical vibration, or

shock

Avoid personal

computers

Avoid other cordless telephoneChoose a central location


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Step 2 (continued)

Connect the base unit

If you want to install the base unit on the wall, see page 45.

1 Connect the telephone line cord to theTEL LINE jack and to a telephoneoutlet.

Note Until the handset battery is

fully charged, you can only

answer incoming calls at the

base unit.

2 Connect the AC adapter to theDC IN 9V jack and to a standard

120VAC wall outlet.

3 Set the base unit on a desk or tabletopand place the handset on the base

unit.

Then raise the antenna to a vertical

position.

To AC outlet

To telephone outlet

To TEL LINE

To DC IN 9V

AC adapter(supplied)

Telephone line cord(supplied)

1

2

Route the cord.

3

NotePlace the power cord so it does not create a trip hazard, or where it could become

chafed and create a fire or electrical hazard.


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Step 2 (continued)

Notes

Use only the supplied AD-420 AC adapter.

Do not use any other AC adapter.

Place the base unit close to the AC outlet sothat you can unplug the AC adapter easily.

Tips

If your telephone outlet isn't modular, contact

your telephone company for assistance.

Polarity of the plug

Modular

Choose the dialing mode

Depending on your dialing system, set the TONE/PULSE switch as follows:

If your dialing system is Set the switch to

Tone TONE

Pulse PULSE

If you aren't sure of your dialing system

Make a trial call with the TONE/PULSE switch set to TONE.

If the call connects, leave the switch as is; otherwise, set to PULSE.

PULSE TONE


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Step 3

Preparing the battery pack

Charge the battery pack for more than 12-15 hours before connecting the phone line.

1 Press and slide the battery compart-ment cover toward the bottom of the

unit.

2 Connect the battery pack connectorwith the correct polarity (black and red

wires), then insert the battery packinto the battery compartment.

3 Securely close the battery compart-ment cover by sliding it up until it

snaps into place.

4 Place the handset on the base unitwith the keys and display facing

upward.

This position lets you see Caller ID

messages on the display.

When the handset has been properly

placed on the charging terminals of

the base unit, the status LED of the

base unit lights and charging begins.

Charge the battery for 12-15 hours.

You can place either side up for charg-

ing the battery.

Black

statusLED

Red

Total:00


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Step 3 (continued)

Battery use time (per charge)From fully charged

Seven hours coutinuous use.

Seven days when the handset is in the standby mode.

When the battery charge becomes lowWhen the voltage of battery pack is very low and

needs to be charged, the phone eliminates functions

to save power. If the phone is not in use,

Low Battery flashes and none of the keys

will operate. If the phone is in use, "Low Battery" flashes and the handset

beeps. Complete your conversation as quickly as possible and return the handset to

the base unit for charging.

Low Battery

Notes

Even when the battery pack is not being used, it will gradually discharge over a long

period. For optimum performance, be sure to return the handset to the base unit after

a telephone call for charging the battery.

The built-in memory backup can hold numbers and names stored in the memory for

up to 2 minutes, while you replace the battery pack.

Rechargeable batteries have a memory effect that reduces standby and talk time. Toavoid this memory effect, on a monthly basis, use the phone until theLow Battery indication appears. Then charge the battery for 12-15 hours.

Cleaning the battery contacts

To maintain a good charge, it is important to clean all battery contacts on the handsetand base unit about once a month. Use a pencil eraser or other contact cleaner.

Do not use any liquids or solvents.


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Step 4

Setting Caller ID optionsThere are three Caller ID options, Auto Talk, CIDCW (Caller ID with Call Waiting), and

Area Code.

1 In the standby mode, hold downfor 2 seconds until the Caller

ID setting appears.

2 Press or to move thecursor to the item that is to be set.Example: To select CIDCW

3 For Auto Talk and CIDCW pressto toggle between on and off.

For the Area Code setting please see

page 12.

4 To complete the settings, press, then the handset returns to

standby mode.

call id

1 Auto Talk:Off

2 CIDCW :On

3 Area Code:

dn

1 Auto Talk:Off

2 CIDCW :On

3 Area Code:

up

select

call id


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Step 4 (continued)

Entering your area code

When you use this phone for the first time, or move to an area that has a different areacode, you must enter your area code. This is necessary because the phone must

distinguish local or long distance calls to properly dial calls from the Caller ID message

list. (See page 31.)

1 When the phone is in the standbymode, press and hold for 2

seconds until the Caller ID setting

screen appears.

2 Press or to selectArea Code.

3 Press .

4 Use the dial buttons ( to ) toenter the 3-digit area code.

1 Auto Talk:Off

2 CIDCW :On

3 Area Code:

1 Auto Talk:Off

2 CIDCW :On

3 Area Code:

1 Auto Talk:Off

2 CIDCW :On

3 Area Code:

call id

up dn

select

0 9

5Press .

A beep sounds and the displayed area code is entered.

6 Press to complete the setting. Or return the handset to the base unit tocomplete the setting mode and set the handset to the standby mode.

select

call id

Note

When the area code has already been stored in

memory, the stored area code will be displayed. To

change it, use the dial buttons to enter the new area

code.

To complete the setting, press or return the handset to the base unit.

1 Auto Talk:Off

2 CIDCW :On3 Area Code:817

call id

Note Skip this step if your calling area requires 10 digits dialing.


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Making calls

On-hook dialing

1Dial the phone number.

(Phone numbers can be up to 32

digits.)

Example: Enter 817-858-3300

2 Press . Talk flashes on thedisplay.

3 The number is dialed. After about 5seconds, the call-time display appears.

4 Press or place the handset onthe base to end the telephone call.

The call-time will be displayed for

about 5 seconds.

chan

redial/p

up/tone/0*dn

8178583300

Talk

8178583300

Talk 0:00

8178583300

talk

5:15

Other Operations

To Do this

To improve reception Press .

To adjust the ear speaker volume Press or .

To temporarily switch to tone dial (base Press . The following numbers

must be set to pulse mode) dialed will be sent as tone dialing.

To enter a pause within the numbers dialed Press .

chan

dn up

/tone/0*

redial/p

Notes

If there is no key entry for more than 20 seconds, on-hook dialing is cancelled and the

telephone returns to the standby mode. The phone number can be edited before pressing .talk

talk


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Making calls (continued)

Off-hook dialing

1Pick up the handset.

2 Press . Talk appearsflashing on the display.

3 Dial the phone number.After about 5 deconds, the call-time

display appears.Example: Enter 817-858-3300

4 Press or place the handset inthe base to end the telephone call.


about 5 seconds. The phone returns

to standby.

Returning the handset to the base

also ends the phone call and set

the handset returns to the standby

mode (i.e., Auto Standby).

Talk

Talk 0:17

8178583300

talk

talk

10:03


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Making calls (continued)

RedialingThe redial key redials the last number dialed. The redialed number can be up to 32 digits

long.

[On-hook redialing]

1 Press .The phone number that was last

dialed appears on the display.

2 Press . Talk appearsflashing on the display.

4 Then the phone number is dialed.After about 5 seconds, the call-time

display appears.

5 Press or place the handset onthe base to end the telephone call.


about 5 seconds.

talk

redial/p

Note

If the recently dialed number exceeds 32

digits, only the first 32 digits are retained

for redialing.

talk

[Off-hook redialing]

1 Press .Talk appears flashing on the display.

2 Press .

3 Press or place the handset on the base to end the telephone call. The call-time will be displayed for about 5 seconds.

talk

redial/p

talk Talk


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Receiving calls

1Phone rings.

2 Press , the call-time displaystarts. Talk with the caller.

3 Press or place the handset onthe base when the telephone call is

finished.

The call time will be displayed for

about 5 seconds.

flash

Calling

Talk 0:00

talk

talk

115:35

Receiving a call from the handset

Auto Talk when ringingWhen the Auto Talk setting is on and there is an incoming call, simply lift the handset

from the base unit to answer the phone. (See page 11.)

Any key when ringingWhen the Auto Talk setting is on, press any handset key to answer the phone.

(See page 11.)

Any key when pagingTo cancel paging, press any key on the handset keys while the handset is beeping.

Call Waiting Caller ID reception Note: You must subscribe to Call Waiting CallerID service from your local phone

company to use this feature.

When a call is received during a telephone call already in progress, the handset enters

call waiting mode and Caller ID data displays.

Press to switch to the new call. (See page 33.)flash


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Handset ringer toneIn the standby mode, press or .

Each time or is pressed, the ringer

tone setting changes and the selected ringer tonesounds for 2 seconds.

Handset ear speaker volumePressing or during a telephone call will change the ear speaker volume

of the handset. This setting will remain in effect after the telephone call has ended.

When you press in Loud mode or press in Normal mode, an error

sound beeps.

Receiving calls (continued)

Ring Type A

High

Ring Type A

Low

Ring Type B

High

Ring Type B

Low

dn up

dn up

dn up

dn up

up

dn

up

dn

up

dn

up

dn

up dn

up dn

up dn


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Base ringer switchTo turn off the ringer, set the ringer switch

to off position. This switch turns the handset

ringer on or off.

Base speaker volumeTo control the speaker volume of the base,

adjust the and button

as desired.

Receiving calls (continued)

Receiving a call from the base

1 The base rings. The statusLED on thebase flashes.

2 Press and speak.

3 When you finish the call, pressto hang up.

speaker

speaker

RINGER

OFFON

volume

volume volume


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Memory storing

You can store up to 10 phone numbers in the dial memory.

Storing phone numbers and names

1 Press and hold for 2 secondsuntil Memory Store is

displayed.

2 Press or to scroll to thememory number where you wouldlike to store the number.

Or press the keypad ( to ) to

select the memory location where you

would like to store the number.redial/p

/tone/0*

select

delete

#/1

mem

Memory Store

1

2

up dn

Memory Store

7

8

0 9

3 Press .When an empty memory location is selected,

Store Name is displayed. The cursor

flashes indicating that the display is ready for

the name to be entered.

If this screen appears, the memory location isfull. You must edit the location. (See page 23.)

Store Name

select

Edit Memory 1

Delete Memory 1Go Back

Note

Whenever you are using a menu screen, you must press a key within 20 seconds or the

phone will return to standby. If you return the handset in the cradle the phone will return

to standby too.


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4 Use the , , , , or keys to enter the name.The name cannot exceed 16 characters.

Use the and key to scroll through the characters.

Use the and to move the cursor to the desired position. Use the key to delete characters as needed.

5 Press .Store Number is displayed. The cursor

flashes indicating that the display is ready for the

number to be entered.

6 Use the keypad, , , orkeys to enter the phone number.

The phone number can be up to 16 digits.

Use the key to enter pause in the

dialing sequence. The display shows a P.

Note The pause feature is useful for long distance calling, credit card dialing, or

sequences that reguire a pause between digits.

Use the key to delete digits needed.

7 Press .The handset beeps and displays the confirmation screen. Memory storage iscomplete.

For example if you store a name and number into

memory location number 7, the display shows

Memory 7 Stored.

After about 2 seconds, Memory Store

is displayed.

Memory storing (continued)

up dn /tone/0*#/1 delete

#/1 /tone/0*delete

Store Number

Store Number

817858330

/tone/0* #/1

delete

redial/p

select

Memory 7 Stored

Memory Store

7

8

select

redial/p

up dn


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Memory dialing

Making calls with memory dialing

[On-hook dialing]

1 Press .The handset displays your

programmed memory locations.

2 Press the and keys toselect the memory location you wouldlike to dial.

For example if the key is pressed

once, the cursor move down to the next

memory location number.

Or press the number keypad to select

the memory location you would like to dial.For example if you pressed 5 on the key-

pad, the display shows memory location

number 5 with the cursor in that line.

talk

mem

1 UNIDEN CORP

2 JOHN DOE

3 MOM AND DAD

2 JOHN DOE

3 MOM AND DAD

4

up dn

5 JOHN SMITH

6

7

3 Press , Talk momentarily flashes on thedisplay and the volume setting is appeard, then the

displayed number is dialed.

Talk

0123456789012

talk

dn

Notes

To cancel memory selection, press during memory dialing. The handsetreturns to standby.

Whenever you are using a menu screen, you must press a key within 20 seconds

or the phone will return to standby.

mem


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1 Press ."Talk" flashes on the display.

2 Press .

3 Press the number keypad to selectthe memory location of the desired

phone number. The selected phone

number is displayed.

Then the number is dialed.

Memory dialing (continued)

Display a Programmed Number

Press , then use the and keys to toggle between the

names and the numbers display.

Program name Program number Program name

Note When the stored phone number has 15 or more digits, the first 14 digits of

the phone number are displayed.

[Off-hook dialing]

/tone/0*#/1

1

1

1

1

1 8178583300

2 5452930

3 8175551212

1 UNIDEN CORP

2 JOHN DOE

3 MOM AND DAD

1 UNIDEN CORP

2 JOHN DOE

3 MOM AND DAD

talk

Talk

Talk 0:00

mem

Talk 0:350123456789012

mem

Note

Memory location 0 follows memory

location 9.


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Memory editing

Editing a stored name and/or phone number

1Press and hold for 2 seconds.

The display shows the memory

screen and any saved name/number.

2 Press the or keys ornumber keypad to select the memory

location you would like to edit.

3 Press .The following screen appears with the

memory location number that you

have selected in the display.

For example, if you selected memory

location number 1, the display showsmemory 1 selected.

redial/p/tone/0*

delete

#/1

mem

Memory Store

1 UNIDEN CORP

2 JOHN DOE

Memory Store

1 UNIDEN CORP

2 JOHN DOE

up dn

Edit Memory 1

Delete Memory 1

Go Back

select

4 Press the or key to select"Edit Memory", then press .

The following screen appears. The cursor

flashes indicating that the display is ready for the name to be edited.When a name has not been stored, the cursor appears at the beginning of the

second line.

5 Press , , , , or to edit the name. (Seepage 19.) To edit only the phone number, skip this step.

6 Press .The following screen appears. The cursor

flashes indicating that the display is ready for

the number to be edited.

Store Name

UNIDEN CORP

up dn

select

up dn /tone/0*#/1 delete

Store Number

817858330

select


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Memory editing (continued)

7 Use the number keypad, , , , or key to editthe phone number. The phone number cannot exceed 16 digits. (See page 20.)

When the phone number will not be edited, skip this step.

8 Press .The handset beeps and displays the confirma-

tion screen. The memory storage is complete.

For example if you store a name and number into

memory location number 1, the display shows

Memory 1 stored.

After about 2 seconds, Memory Store is

displayed.

9 Press to exit edit mode.

Memory 1 Stored

/tone/0* #/1 redial/p

select

delete

Memory Store

1 UNIDEN CORP

2 JOHN DOE

mem

Display a Programmed NumberUse the and keys to toggle between the names and the numbers

display.

Program name Program number Program name

/tone/0*#/1

Memory Store

1 8178583300

2 5452930

Memory Store

1 UNIDEN CORP

2 JOHN DOE

Memory Store

1 UNIDEN CORP

2 JOHN DOE

1

1

1

1


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4 Press to move the cursordown to Delete Memory command

line.

5 Press . The following confirmationscreen appears.

6 Press to move the cursor to Yes.

7 Press or .There is a confirmation tone and memory is deleted. The following screen appears.

For example if memory location number 2 isselected for deletion, the following display

appears as the confirmation screen.

Memory erasing

Erasing a stored name and/or phone number

Memory 2 Deleted

select

1Press and hold for 2 seconds.

The display shows the memory

screen and any saved name/number.

2 Press the or keys ornumber keypad to select the memory

location you would like to edit.

3 Press .The following screen appears with the

memory location number that you

have selected in the display.

For example if you selected memory loca-

tion number the display shows memory 2as the location in the selected.

delete

mem

Memory Store

1 UNIDEN CORP

2 JOHN DOE

Memory Store

1 UNIDEN CORP

2 JOHN DOE

up dn

select

Edit Memory 2

Delete Memory 2

Go Back

Edit Memory 2

Delete Memory 2

Go Back

Delete Memory 2?

Yes

No

dn

select

up

delete


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Caller ID

Caller ID service

You must subscribe to the Caller ID service from your telephone company to use

this feature.

When the telephone rings, the Caller ID feature allows you to view the caller's nameand phone number on the display before you answer the phone.

The handset displays the phone number of the incoming call, the name, time, and call

counts. Additionally, you can dial the displayed number, and store the information for

memory dialing.

Memory erasing (continued)

8 After 2 seconds the display returns tothe Memory Store screen.

You may select another number to

delete (return to step 4).

9 Press to return to standby.mem

Memory Store

1 UNIDEN CORP

2 MOM AND DAD


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Caller ID (continued)

When the telephone rings

1 When phone rings, the statusLED blinks.On the second ring, the display shows the callers phone number, along with thedate and time. The incoming call information is stored.

If the Caller ID service includes the callers name, it appears on the display (up to

15 letters).

Here are some typical displays;

2 When the telephone is answered, the display changes to Talk.

5/11 12:30PM 01

UNIDEN CORP

813-858-3300

The date and time receivedand call count

Caller's name

Caller's phone number

5/11 12:30PM 01

UNIDEN CORP

817-858-3300

5/11 12:30PM 01

UNIDEN CORP

Private Number

5/11 12:30PM 01

Private Name

817-858-3300

5/11 12:30PM 01

UNIDEN CORP

Unknown Number

5/11 12:30PM 01

Unknown Name

817-858-3300

Incomplete Data

When the phone number and name dataare received

When a private number is received

When a private name is received When an unknown number is received

When an unknown name is received When invalid data is received

Notes

If you answer a call before the Caller ID message is received (Example: before the

second ring), the Caller ID message will not appear.

When the call is received via a telephone company that does not offer Caller ID

service, the caller's phone number and name do not appear.

(This includes international calls.)

When the call is via a private branch exchange (PBX), the caller's phone number and

name may not appear.

Data errors appear as 2. 5/11 12:30PM 01UNI EN CORP

813-8 -3300


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Viewing the Caller ID Message listThe Caller ID list stores information for up to 30 incoming calls - even unanswered calls.

Note If a call comes in via a telephone system that does not offer Caller ID service,no information is stored.

1 Press . The summary screenappears.

When there are new messages you

have received, New and the number

of calls are displayed. The summary

screen shows how many new calls

are stored, along with the total ofnew and old calls stored in the list.

2 Press to display the latestcaller ID message.

3 Press to see the nextmessage. Or press to see

previous message.

4 Press to return to standby.

up

call id

New :01

Total:02

dn

5/17 12:30PM 03

UNIDEN CORP817-858-3300

call id

Long Distance call settings and cancellationPressing while the incoming call information is

displayed (in step 2) will set or cancel a long

distance call. The prefix 1- will be displayed at

the beginning of the phone number when a long

distance call is set.

Pressing will cancel the long distance call setting.

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Deleting information from the Caller ID listThe EXAI 7980 stores up to 30 Caller ID messages. If more new calls are received,

messages stored in the list are deleted beginning with the oldest message in the list.Data can also be deleted manually.

[Deleting a Caller ID message]

1 Press .

2 Press or to select themessage that you would like to

delete. (See page 28.)

3 Press , while the summaryscreen is displayed.

4 Press or to selectYes or "No".

5 Press or .When the pointer is at Yes:

A beep tone sounds and the next

Caller ID message displayed.

When the pointer is at No:

The display returns to the Caller IDdisplay.

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Delete Message ?

Yes

No

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Notes

While using the Delete Message ? screen, if no key is pressed for more

than 20 seconds, an error tone sounds and the telephone returns to standby.

If you get an incoming call, the deleting operation cancelled and the telephone

returns to standby so you can answer the call.

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[Deleting all Caller ID name/numbers]

1Press .

2 Press , while the summaryscreen is displayed.

3 Press or to selectYes or No.

4 Press or .When the pointer is at Yes:

A beep tone sounds and all stored

Caller ID messages are deleted.

When the pointer is at No:

The display returns to the summary

screen.

New :01

Total:02

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Delete All ?

Yes

No

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Total:00

New :01

Total:02

Notes

While using the Delete All ? screen, if no key is pressed for more than 20

seconds, an error tone sounds and the telephone returns to standby.

If you get an incoming call, the deleting operation is cancelled and the telephone

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Using the Caller ID list

Calling a party from the Caller ID listYou can place a call from the Caller ID list.

The EXAI 7980 stores up to 30 messages.

1 Press .

2 Press or to select thephone number that you want to dial.

(See page 38.)

3 Press .

4 Press .

The displayed phone number dials

automatically.

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Long Distance calls

Pressing while the incoming call information is displayed (in step 1) will place a

1 in front of the number for long distance calling. Press again to remove the

1.

1

Notes

When a long distance call has been set, 1 appears in the display.

You cannot make a call from the Caller ID list, if your EXAI 7980 is connected to

private branch exchange (PBX).

When the cursor is displayed at the end of the phone number (as in step 2), if youcannot edit the phone number. (See page 28.) Caller ID messages can not be changed

from the Caller ID list. You must first store messages in memory. (See page 32.)

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Storing Caller ID messages in Memory

Messages shown in the Caller ID list can be stored for memory dialing.

Using the incoming call information (i.e., Caller ID list), the phone number of the party

on the Caller ID list can be stored in memory dialing.

1 Press .

2 Display the phone number to bestored from the Caller ID list. (See

page 28.)

3 Press .

4 Press or to select thememory location where you wish to

store the name and number from

caller ID.Press the dial buttons ( to )

and select the number (01 to 20).

5 Press .A beep tone will sound. The number

is stored in memory, and the display

returns to the Caller ID list.

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Notes

If a message has already been stored in the select-ed memory numbers location, a verification screenis displayed.Press to select Yes.Press to overwrite. The display returns to the Caller ID list.

You can not store a Caller ID message if no phone number appears in the message. If no key is pressed for more than 20 seconds, an error tone sounds and the

telephone returns to the standby mode. If there is an incoming call or page, memory storage is cancelled and the telephone

is set to the incoming call or page. If you get an incoming call, memory storage iscancelled.

Replace Memory ?

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Using Caller ID with call waiting serviceCaller ID and Call waiting are separate services. CIDCW (Caller ID on Call

Waiting) performs the same as regular Caller ID on a call waiting number. Youmust subscribe to the "Caller ID with call waiting (CIDCW)" service from your

telephone company before you can use the following features.

The Call waiting service can also be used independently. Please contact your

telephone company for details.

When a new incoming call arrives during your current telephone call, the phone

number appears. (The name of the new caller is displayed, depending upon the

telephone service.)

1 When a new incoming call arrivesduring your current telephone call, thephone number and the name of the

caller is displayed.

2 Press .You will be able to talk with the person

that has just called. The person withwhom you were talking will be put on

hold.

3 To return to the first caller, pressagain.

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Using the answering machine

Setting the clockThe answering machines clock starts when the AC adapter cord is plugged in.

1 Press until you hear the longbeep.

2 First set the day by pressingor .

When the number appears on the LED

display, press .

The unit announces the day currently

selected.

3 Next set the hour by pressingor . When the correct

numbers appear in the LED display,

press .

4 Then set the Minute by pressingor . When the correct

numbers appear in the LED display,

press .

5 Lastly, set AM/PM by pressingor . The LED display

will show A (AM) and P (PM) in turn.

At the correct one, press .

You will hear a long beep.

Then you will hear the new day and time.

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skip

clock

clock

clock

clock

Notes You can hear the current time set by pressing .

If a call comes in during clock setting, start over after the call.

In case of power interruption, the clock stops. You must reprogram the

time once power is restored.

If you begin to set the clock, and you pause for more than two minutes,the unit returns to standby.

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Using the answering machine (continued)

1 Press and hold on thebase until you hear the long beep.

Then, begin speaking over the micro-

phone.

2 When you finish speaking, pressor .

The greeting you just recorded will auto-

matically be played back.

Recording the greetingYou can record a personalized greeting or use the prerecorded message.

greeting

greeting play/stop

10"

The base microphone is located under the

phone. Position yourself approximately 10

inches away from the base and speaker

clearly.

1 Press on the base unit.You will hear the currently selectedgreeting.

2 Press while the unit isplaying the greeting.

3 Wait until the entire greeting isplayed back, or press .

Now, the greeting is changed.

Changing the greetingYou can change from the pre-recorded greeting to your own recorded greeting or vice

versa.

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1Press to change the status

from on to off. The LED display

indicates the change.

2 When the unit is turned on, itinitializes by playing the greeting.

If you want to stop playing, press

.

Turning the answering machine on and off

play/stop

answer

Check the LED display to see if the

answering machine is on or off. If the LED

display is on, the unit is on and ready totake messages. If the LED display is off, it

will not take messages.

2: 2 times

4: 4 times

Setting the number of rings

Choose one of three settings by sliding the RING TIMEswitch on the base unit to

one of the following positions:

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In the TS(toll saver) position, if you have

new messages, the answering system

answers after two rings. If there are no

new messages, the system answers after

four rings. This way, when you call long

distance to check your messages, and

have no messages, you can hang up after

the second ring to save a charge.

Setting the toll saver switch

The ring time/tool saver switch sets your answering system to answer after two or

four rings.

1 : 1 minute

4: 4 minutes

ANN: Announce only

Setting maximum recording time for

incoming messagesYou can select the maximum recording time by sliding the REC TIMEswitch on the

base unit to one of the following positions:

Note

If you set the switch to ANN,

a prerecorded greeting plays, and no

message will be accepted.

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1 The number on the display blinks toindicate that there are new messages

received.

2 Press to hear themessages. They will be played in the

order they were received.

Playing recorded messages

You can listen to message at the base unit.

To stop playback, press any time.

To repeat the message, press . To repeat the previous message, press

within 2 seconds after the current message has started. If you press after 2

seconds, the current message is repeated from the beginning.

To go backward and repeat a message you choose, press and hold until

your desired message number appears on the display.

To skip to the next message, press .

To go forward, press and hold until your desired message number appears on

the display.

To adjust the speaker volume, press / .

The volume level is displayed by a figure from 1 to 10.

play/stop

play/stop

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repeat

skip

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Deleting recorded messagesTo delete individual messages, press during playback, immediately after,

or before the next message begins. You will hear a confirmation tone when thedeletion is completed.

To delete all messages, first, make sure all new messages are played. Then press

and hold at the base until you hear a long beep.

1 After the answering machine starts, the base speaker lets you hear the caller as themachine records the message.

2 To answer the call immediately, follow the directions below. The answeringmachine will disconnect automatically.

AT THE HANDSETAuto Talk on:

When the handset is on the base unit: Simply pick up the handset

When the handset is away from the base unit: Press

Auto Talk off:

When the handset is on the base: Pick up the handset and press

AT THE BASEPress

Screening incoming callsYou can screen calls using the base unit.

Notes

If there are messages that you have not listened to when you are deleting all

messages, you will hear several short beeps and the messages will not be deleted.

This is to protect you from accidentally erasing messages you have not yet listened to.

To maintain maximum available record time, it is a good idea to delete the oldmessages.

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Note

If the message portion was 2 seconds or less, it will not be retained as a message.

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1 Press and hold forapproximately 1 second.

2 After a long beep, turn to the micro-phone and begin speaking. Be sure

to keep within 10 inches off the

microphone while recording.

3 When you have finished the memo,press again, or press

.

Leaving a voice memo

You can record a memo by using the base unit, as a reminder to yourself or as a

message for someone else in the household. A memo is stored and played back likeany other incoming message, and the LED display will light to indicate that a message

has been received.

voice memo

voice memo

play/stop

NoteIf a call comes in during the memo recording, the unit will stop recording automatically

and the ringer will sound. You will need to start over after the call. The memo must be

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1 During the conversation, press andhold on the base unit

approximately 1 second. Recording

starts automatically.

2 To stop recording, return the handsetto the base and pressor on the base unit.

Recording a phone conversation (2-way REC)

You can record a telephone conversation that is already in progress.

The conversation is stored and played back like an incoming message.

voice memo

play/stopvoice memo

Notes

The recorded conversation must be at least 10 seconds long, or it will be

automatically deleted.

The telephone beeps intermittently to alert the parties that the conversation is being

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Selecting a PIN code

To play your messages from a remote location, you will need to enter a two-digit

Personal Identification Number (PIN) code (00-99). To select a PIN, perform the follow-ing steps:

1 On the base, press and hold .A beep sounds, and the LED displays

.

2 To set the first number, pressor to scroll from to .

When the desired number appears in

the display, press .

3 To set the second number, pressor to scroll from to

. When the desired number appears

in the display, press .

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Note

If you dont select a PIN code within twominutes, the system returns to standby.

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Remote access

You can operate your answering system from a remote location using any touch-phone

telephone. Use this function to check for recorded messages, to play or deletemessages, even to record a new outgoing message, and to monitor sounds in the

room.

1 Call your telephone number.

2 During the greeting playback, press #followed by your PIN code. Refer to page 42for instructions on how to select a PIN code.

3 The answering system announces the time and day stamp followed by the numberof messages stored in memory. Message playback automatically begins.

4 You may continue to listen to your messages, or you may select a command fromthe following chart:

5 After all of your messages have played, you will hear intermittent beeps indicatingthat the system is in the command waiting mode. You may enter another command

at this time from the chart above.

6 When you are finished, hang up to exit the system. The answering system auto-matically returns to standby.

Function Press

Repeat a Message #then 1

Playing your Messages #then 2

Skipping a Message #then 3

Deleting a Message #then 4

Stop Message Playback #then 5

Answering System On #then 6

Memo Record/Stop #then 7

Greeting Record/Stop #then 8

Answering System Off #then 9

Remote Room Monitor #then*

Notes

You must enter a command within 15 seconds of entering command waiting mode

or the answering system automatically hangs up and returns to standby.

The system will only play back messages for four minutes and then it returns to

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1 Call your telephone number.

2 During the outgoing message playback, press #followed by your PIN code.

3 The answering system begins announcing the time and day stamp.

4 Press #then while the system announces the time and day stamp.

You hear sounds in the room where your phone is installed. After 15 seconds, the

answering system returns to the command waiting mode.

5 Press #then to monitor the room for another 15 seconds. Or select anotherremote function. Or hang up to exit the system. The answering system automati-

cally returns to standby.

Remote room monitor

You can call your answering system from any touch-tone phone and monitor sounds

in the room where your base unit is installed.

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Additional information

3-way conversationThe Uniden EXAI 7980 permits 3-way conversations

between the handset, base, and outside line.

When speaking on the handset

1 Press on the base to jointhe 3-way conversation.

2 Press on the base to hangup. The handset will still be connected

to the outside call.

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When speaking on the base

1 Press on the handset to jointhe 3-way conversation.

2 Press on the handset to hangup.

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Pressing on the base while

dialing with the handset sets the 3-way

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Additional information (continued)

Changing the digital security code

The digital security code is an identification code used to connect the handset and the

base unit. Normally, setting the code is not necessary.The first time you charge your handset, the security code is automatically set. (See

page 4.)

In the rare situation that you suspect another cordless telephone is using the same

security code, you can change the code.

1 Place the handset on the base unit.Press .

The handset beeps.

2 Remove the handset from the baseunit.

3 Place the handset on the base unit.Leave the handset on the base for at

least 3 seconds. A new random

security code is set.

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Note

If the handset battery pack is completely discharged or the battery pack removed, the

digital security code will be lost. If this happens, a new security code is set automatically

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Mounting the base unit on a wall

[Standard wall plate mounting]This phone can be mounted on any standard telephone wall plate.

1 Snap the wall mount adapter into thenotches on the base.

2 Plug the telephone line cord to theTEL LINE jack and the AC adapter to

the DC IN 9V jack.

3 Plug the telephone line cord into thetelephone outlet.

4 Wrap the AC adapter cord inside themolded wiring channel. Then wrap

the cord around the strain relief notch.

5 Plug the AC adapter into a standard120VAC wall outlet.

Note Use only the Uniden AC

adapter supplied with this

phone.

6 Raise the antenna to a verticalposition.

7 Align the mounting slots on the base.with the mounting posts on the wall.Push in and down until the phone is

firmly seated.

1

AC adapter

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[Direct wall plate mounting]

If you don't have a standard wall plate, you can mount your phone directly to the wall.

Before doing this, consider the following:

Avoid electrical cables, pipes, or other items behind the mounting location.

That could cause a hazard when inserting screws into the wall.

Try to mount your phone within 10 - 15 feet of a working phone jack to avoid

excessive cord lengths. Make sure the wall material is capable of supporting the weight of the base and

handset.

1 Insert two mounting screws into thewall, (with their appropriate anchoring

device), 3-15/16 inches apart. Allow

about 3/16 of an inch between the

wall and screwheads for mounting the

phone.

2 Refer to steps 1 through 8 on page 47to mount the telephone.

TOP

3/16 in.

3-15/16 in.

8 On the base unit, pull the handsetretainer out of the slot. Rotate it clock-

wise 180 degrees.

9 Flip the retainer from front to back.Slide it back into the slot so that the lip

of the retainer is up and the oval is

down. The retainer holds the handset

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Installing the beltclip

To attach the beltclip

Insert the beltclip into the holes on each

side of the handset. Press down until it

clicks.

To remove the beltclip

Pull both sides of the beltclip to release

the tabs from the holes.

Headset installationYour phone may be used with an optional

headset. To use this feature, simply plug

any standard 2.5mm headset plug into

the headset jack. Your phone is ready for

hands-free conversation.

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Note on power sources

Battery replacement and

handling

When the operating time becomes short,

even after a battery is recharged, please

replace the battery.

With normal usage, your battery should

last about one year.

Please contact your place of purchase for

a replacement battery.

RECYCLING NICKEL-CADMIUM

BATTERIES

NICKEL-CADMIUM

BATTERIES MUST BE

DISPOSED OF

PROPERLY.

Nickel-cadmium cells are used in the bat-tery pack. Please take your used nickel-

cadmium battery packs to a store that

recycles nickel-cadmium batteries.Power Failure

During the period that the power is

off, you will not be able to make or

receive calls with the telephone.

Ni-Cd

Caution

Use the specified battery pack. Do not remove the battery from the handset to charge it.

Never throw the battery into a fire, disassemble it, or heat it.

Do not remove or damage the battery casing.

MaintenanceWhen slightly dirty

Wipe with a soft, dry cloth.

When very dirty

Wipe with a soft cloth that has been

dampened with diluted, neutral deter-

gent. Dry with a dry cloth.

When the charging terminals

become dirty

Wipe with a pencil eraser or other contact

cleaner.

Caution

Do not use paint thinner, benzene,

alcohol, or other chemical products.

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TroubleshootingIf your phone is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps first.

Symptom

The status light won't come on

when the handset is placed in

the base unit.

The audio sounds weak and/or

scratchy.

Can't make or receive calls

The handset doesn't ring or

receive a page.

The Caller ID disappears.

The Caller ID does not display.

Suggestion

Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into the

base unit and wall outlet.

Make sure the handset is properly seated in

the base unit.

Make sure the charging contacts on the hand-

set and base unit are clean.

Make sure that the base unit antenna is in a

vertical position.

Move the handset and or base unit to a

different location away from metal objects or

appliances and try again.

Press to help eliminate background

noise.

Make sure that you are not too far from the

base.

Check both ends of the base unit telephone

line cord.

Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into thebase unit and wall outlet.

Disconnect the AC adapter for a few minutes,

then reconnect it.

Reset the digital security code (See page 43).

Make sure is pressed.

The battery pack may be weak. Charge the

battery on the base unit for 15-20 hours.

The handset may be too far away from the

base unit. Place the base unit away from appliances or

metal objects.

Reset the digital security code (See page 43).

The handset was picked up before the second

ring.

The call was placed through a switch board.

Call your local telephone company to verify

your Caller ID service is current.

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Symptom

The answering system does not

work.

The answering syatem does not

answer calls.

Messages are incomplete.

After a power failure, the

greeting is deleted.

No sound on the base unit

speaker during call monitoring or

message playback.

Suggestion

Make sure the base unit is plugged in.

Make sure the answering system is turned on.

Press after an AC line spike.

Select REC TIMEswitch to either the one

minute or four minute option.

The memory may be full. Delete some or all of

the saved messages.

The incoming messages may be too long.

Remind callers to leave a brief message.

The memory may be full. Delete some or all of

the saved messages.

Record your personal greeting again.

The prerecorded messages should remain.

Adjust the speaker volume on the base unit.

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Specifications

GeneralThe EXAI 7980 complies with FCC Parts 15 and 68.Frequency control: PLL

Frequency shift keying: FSK

Operating temperature: 0C to +50C (+32F to +122F)

Base unitRX frequency: 902.102 MHz to 904.103 MHz (40 channel)

TX frequency: 925.997 MHz to 927.948 MHz (40 channel)

Power requirements: 9V 350mA (from AC adapter)

Size: 7-23/64 in. (W) x 8-55/64 in. (D) x 2-1/4 in. (H)

(187 mm (W) x 225 mm (D) x 57 mm (H))

Weight: Approx. 21.2 oz. (Approx. 600 g)

HandsetRX frequency: 925.997 MHz to 927.948 MHz (40 channel)

TX frequency: 902.102 MHz to 904.103 MHz (40 channel)

Power requirements: Rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium battery pack

Size (without antenna): 3-11/32 in. (W) x 2-23/64 in. (D) x 9-9/16 in. (H)

(85 mm (W) x 60 mm (D) x 243 mm (H))

Weight: Approx. 9.8 oz. (277.4 g) (including battery)Battery: BT-905

Capacity 600 mAH, 3.6V

Talk mode 7 hours TYP

Standby mode 7 days TYP

Specifications, features, and availability of optional

accessories are all subject to change without prior notice.

At Uniden, well take care of you!

If you need any assistance with this product, please call our Customer Hotline at

1-800-297-1023

PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE.

Our Uniden representatives will be happy to help you with any matters regarding the

operation of this unit, available accessories, or any other related matters.

Thank you for purchasing a Uniden product.

Hours: M-F 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST.


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Index

0 - 9

3-way conversation..............................45

AAnswering machine

Changing the greeting ...................35

Deleting recorded messages.........39

Leaving voice memo......................40

Playing a recorded messages........38

Recording a phone conversation ...41

Recording the greeting ..................35

Remote access ..............................43Remote room monitor ...................44

Screening incoming calls ...............39

Selecting a PIN code......................42

Setting the clock ............................34

Setting the number of rings...........36

Setting the maximum recording

time for the incoming message.....37

Setting the tool saver switch.........37

Turning the answering machine

on and off.......................................36

Area code ............................................12

BBase ringer switch...............................18

Base speaker volume..........................18

Battery pack

Preparing and charging ....................9

Replacement and handling ............50

CCaller ID service

Calling from the Caller ID list .........31

Deleting the Caller ID list...............29

Storing the data of the

Caller ID list to Memory.................32

Viewing Caller ID message list ......28

Caller ID with Call Waiting ..................33

Channel button ....................................13

Connection ............................................7

D

Dialing mode..........................................8Digital security code.........................4,46

E, F, G, HEditing a stored name and/or

phone number .....................................23

Erasing a stored name and/or

phone number .....................................25

Handset ear speaker volume...............17

Headset installation .............................49

I, J, K, LInstalling the beltclip............................49

M, NMaintenance........................................50

Making calls

Off-hook dialing..............................14

On-hook dialing ..............................13

Redialing ........................................15

Making calls with memory dialing.......21

Mounting the base unit to a wall ........47

O, P, QPackage contents ..................................5

RReceiving calls

Receiving a call from the base.......18

Receiving a call from the handset .16

Handset ringer tone.............................18

SSetting Caller ID options......................11

Setup

Base unit..........................................6

Handset............................................9

Specifications ......................................53

Storing phone numbers and names....18

TTroubleshooting ...................................51

U, V, W, X, Y, ZUsing Caller ID with Call Waiting

service .................................................33


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